Society
Nature
The Self
100
What are the five relationships?
ruler and subject, father and son, husband and wife, elder brother and younger brother, and friend and friend
100
Define the Axial Age, what was the largest development in China during this time
The 100 schools, the advent of largescale agriculture, and the development of bronze technologies
100
What were the three standards according to Mozi?
Mozi (468?-376 BC) believed in judging right or wrong by following the three standards. The first one was the successful way in which the ancient sage kings had ruled. The second one was the actual experience of the people. The third one was whether one’s words and deeds actually served the interests of the state and people. Mozi established his school of thought on the basis of the three standards and used them to evaluate and criticize the doctrines of other schools.
200
What are the five constants?
Ren (仁) (benevolence/humaneness), Yi (义) (righteousness/justice), Li (礼) (propriety/rites), Zhi (智) (wisdom/knowledge), and Xin (信) (sincerity/faithfulness)
200
Define Xunzi's notion of heart mind
Emptiness, Unity, Tranquility
200
What does Mencius mean by "Flood-like qi"
In Mencius's philosophy, "flood-like qi" refers to a powerful and unyielding vital energy that is cultivated through moral action and righteous deeds. It's not just ordinary vitality but a force that embodies moral strength and courage, allowing one to face great dangers with unwavering resolve.
300
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Define Mohist utilitarianism and explain how this is unique or different from the other thinkers we have studied. Most complete answer will receive the bonus points.
300
How does music relate to nature?
Xunzi believed music was a necessary part of/ complementary to ritual since it permits the orderly expression of otherwise messy human emotions
300
Define Mencius' notion of heart mind
viewed the heart-mind (xin) as the seat of both emotions and thought, and the source of human goodness
400
Define ritual propriety according to Confucius
The ability to express a sensitivity to one's social position and a willingness to play ones role in every and all situations.
400
DOUBLE JEOPARDY
Explain the transition from the Iron Age to the Bronze Age in china. Why was this so important? Most complete answer wins!
400
Define ritual propriety according to Mencius
the proper way to express internal moral and ethical feelings through codified behaviors, especially respect, reverence, and humility.
500
Explain the Mandate of Heaven!
500
Explain the role of Heaven in Xunzi's Philosophy
Heaven does not stop winter because people dislike cold; Earth does not stop its expansiveness because people dislike great distances; the noble man does not stop his right conduct because petty men rant and rave. Heaven has a constant Way; Earth has its constant dimensions; the noble man has a constant bearing. Xunzi 17.5
500
Who is Mencius Mother?
The idealized form of maternity according to Mencius, and later myths and legends.
Although far from what we might consider a feminist figure in modern times, was tantamount in garnering sympathies towards problems of gender, and social equality at large.